OK so I am an Anarchist. I think green capitalism is a fig leaf.

That said I also use electricity in my home. I try not to be too much of a hypocrite so I have been using Ecotricity's good energy plus for a couple of years.

It is far from ideal, I am still relying on the state grid, and big business. It is a hell of a lot better than any other option I am aware of.

I have no financial interest in Ecotricity. read full story / add a comment

Meeting regarding the proposed Biofuel Power plant in Avonmouth. 6.45pm thursday 12th in Hamilton House
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extra speaker announced for talk this Wednesday evening... James Marriot, co-founder of London-based Platform. read full story / add a comment

This afternoon (Monday) the Government will announce a draft nuclear National Policy Statement (NPS) as part of a package of six such policy statements around energy issues. It will also publish a draft 'Justification' document as part of a EU process new to nuclear new build. read full story / add a comment

Massive building, cheap dinner, good films, good company - what more could you want!? read full story / add a comment

For 4 years, Bath Activist Network have been using the freeshop to promote mutual aid and solidarity as opposed to corporate greed and landfill waste. This saturday marks our birthday, so get yerselves down there! read full story / add a comment

Bristol City FC has signed a deal with Sainsbury's to build a new store on the site of its Ashton Gate stadium. Tesco recently pulled out of talks to buy the site and its planning application for a store will now be withdrawn. read full story / add a comment

Carbon trade Watch and others this weekend@Arnofini read full story / add a comment

Join Bristol Stop The War Coalition supporters on the Centre (opposite the Hippodrome) from 5pm to 6pm on Friday 13th December to mark the eighth anniversary of the 'liberation' of Afghanistan by the USA and Britain. Bring banners, placards & friends.
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Join Bristol Stop The War Coalition supporters on the Centre (opposite the Hippodrome) from 5pm to 6pm on Friday 13th December to mark the eighth anniversary of the 'liberation' of Afghanistan by the USA and Britain. Bring banners, placards & friends. read full story / add a comment

I wrote the following letter on Friday. I thought it might be of interest to readers of this newswire. read full story / add a comment

We are honoured to announce the visit of trade union leader and, survivor of the Pando Massacre: Cristian DominguezDomínguez., National Secretary of Environment and Resources, CSUTCB (Confederación Sindical Unica de Trabajadores Campesinos de Bolivia) United Confederation of Bolivian Campesino Workers

Since Evo Morales historic victory gainingwith 67% of the vote in the recall referendum, the landholding, wood-manufacturing, drug-trafficking and racist oligarchy, which is entrenched in the east of the country, swore to stop by any means the irreversible advance of the “Process of Change” by any means. This oligarchy have links with multinational companies who share their interest in cheap land for bio-fuel and cheap natural resources. The new constitution, which was written by an elected assembly, had included the prohibition to use GM seeds, and put a limit on land holding at 5000 hectares. This triggered a vicious attack at the beginning of September 2008, when the oligarchy started a Civil Coup against democracy, with the assault and destruction of state institutions and social organizations. It culminated on September 11th with the massacre inof Porvenir (Pando). Cristian Dominguez was part of the contingent that was ambushed and many men, women and children were murdered.

The events in Bolivia are linked to the insatiable search for fuel to the point of converting food into fuel. Cristian’s community are at the forefront of these struggle to keep at bay the multinational companies that yearn their land at bay. read full story / add a comment

10am to 4.30pm
Southville Centre, Bristol.
The acclaimed Palestinian singer Reem Kelani will be leading a full day’s workshop, which will introduce the techniques of singing traditional Arab music. Reem travelled through the Middle East recording traditional songs. Reem has over many years been an important contributor on the radio networks to many aspects of cultural traditions of the Arab world. For more information see www.reemkelani.com/ read full story / add a comment

Wonderful Palestinian Dinner
Special Guest Speakers
Oriental Dancers
Dabka Dancing
Bar available
Campaign Stalls
Fund-raising Raffle read full story / add a comment

This is what this this weeks reflexologists Rebecca Dawson and George Rose had to say about it : "Time to relax, rebalance and and restore the spirit. Reflexology is a healing art that works with the bodies natural energies, by massaging and stimulating different points on the feet/hands to create a feeling of well-being and balance.Specific points on the feet/hands relate to the different organs and body parts, offering opportunities to treat a multitude of ailments through a very relaxing and non invasive massage. Come and experience the pleasures and learn some top tricks to good health." read full story / add a comment

(and if it's raining or chilly - we have umbrellas and hot tea!) read full story / add a comment

Picket at Trinity road police station - where migrants in Bristol are forced to 'sign on'.

(and if it's raining or chilly - we have umbrellas and hot tea!) read full story / add a comment

B&NES Council bosses go on taxpayer funded holiday whilst planning huge council job cuts read full story / add a comment

13 NOV 2009, 7pm, Arnolfini auditorium, FREE
On the first leg of their UK campaign tour, as part of the C Words season, powerful speakers Eriel Tchekwie Deranger, Heather Milton-Lightening and Melina Laboucan-Massimo of the Athabascan Chipewyan, Lubicon Cree and other indigenous communities tell it how it is. Also specifically, what we in Britain can do about this ongoing monstrous abuse of human rights and the environment. read full story / add a comment

A spark of fun in the heart of winter with dance, African drumming, meditation, holistic therapies, kids area, stalls, fire spinners, cafe and much more! Easton Community Centre Saturday 5th December 11am - 5.30pm Adults £3 Children (under 13) FREE.
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